Cross Dock Operations Specialist

Company: LiveTrends Design Group 

Position: Cross Dock Operations Specialist

Reports to: North America Logistics Supervisor

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Cross Dock Operations Specialist is a position that focuses on supporting and executing tasks associated with LiveTrends Design Group’s Cross Dock business. This person will be responsible for the recovery, counting, handling, consolidating, loading, and administrative processes required to fulfill Cross Dock services. This person will be responsible for the storage of material within trailers on the premises and will be the primary operator of the spotter truck, moving trailers around our location as needed. This position requires a Tuesday-Saturday working schedule, overtime, and other schedule changes as the needs of the business dictate. The ideal person for this role would be someone who works well independently, can communicate issues clearly to people with multiple levels of understanding of subject matter, and is flexible when plans or processes change. 

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operate a delivery truck on a route and schedule determined by the Dispatcher or NA Logistics Supervisor
• Prepares product for shipment using shrink wrap, banding, tape etc, if required
• Deliver or Pickup material as instructed
• Help to build and maintain relationships with LiveTrends customers and vendors through professional execution of their deliveries
• Load and unload vehicle as necessary
• Pass along and seek proper documentation required for deliveries of any variety
• Follow all DOT regulations as well as local and state traffic laws
• Report to work on time
• Cross Dock operations are this position’s primary focus but help in other areas of LiveTrends’ operations may be required
• Communication and organization of materials stored in trailers
• Accurate handling and processing of paperwork 
• Coordinating the loading and unloading of trucks for cross dock operations

SKILLS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a valid driver’s license, background check, and valid insurance while employed in this role
• Must place the safety of themselves and others as the utmost priority when at work
• Must be highly detail oriented
• Previous driving experience 2+ years preferred
• Must complete company certification for Electric Pallet Jack use
• Must complete company certification for Fork Truck use
• Must complete company certification for Spotter Truck use
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
• Perform duties not listed as required by the supervisor or other management

SAFETY & QUALITY STANDARDS

• All safety provisions and procedures must always be followed. 
• This may include the wearing of proper PPE including gloves, safety glasses, or chemical resistant aprons/suits
• Participating or leading in an accident investigation, including the use of 5-Why root cause investigations
• Participating in safety meetings
• Completion of weekly maintenance checks
• Completion of weekly cleaning of the company truck(s) interior and exterior